Elyria man says he was sent to Lorain County Justice Center to start a war'

ELYRIA — An Elyria man was arrested Aug. 4 when he walked into the Lorain County Justice Center and stated he was sent to start a war, according to a release from the Lorain County Sheriff’s Office.
The release stated Diontez Lockett, 19, walked into the justice center at 225 Court St. without a shirt on. He was told he could not to enter the building without wearing a shirt.
Lockett refused to answer Sgt. Bryan Barnes’ questions and began acting erratically, stating he was “sent to start a war,” the release said. Lockett attempted to enter the security check point and was stopped by Barnes, who warned Lockett he would be arrested for trying to enter. When the officer put his hand up to stop Lockett, he jumped back and took an aggressive stance, according to the release.
Barnes pulled out his Taser and Lockett jumped on the ground with his arms spread out. He was arrested and charged with obstructing official business, the release stated.
Lockett was transported to the Lorain County Jail, where he was released Aug. 5 on a $750 personal bond. Lockett pleaded not guilty and is scheduled to appear in Elyria Municipal Court at Sept. 16.